Announcement of Mahoroba Festival
Mahoroba Festival 2026: Swordmaster King competition and fireworks at Bitchu Takamatsu Castle Ruins Park
Mahoroba Festival 2026 will be held on 24 October at Bitchu Takamatsu Castle Ruins Park in Okayama City. This local festival is set to feature the Swordmaster King competition in sport chanbara, a Sengoku Market selling Bitchu Takamatsu specialities and autumn sweets, stage events and fireworks. The venue opens at 12:00. In case of rain, the event will be postponed to 25 October.
- 會場
- Bitchu Takamatsu Castle Ruins Park
- 入場及參加方式
- Admission is free. The listing notes that expenses are extra; purchases of food and merchandise are charged separately.
HIGHLIGHTS
活動特色看點
Swordmaster King competition and Sengoku Market
One of the festival highlights is the Swordmaster King competition, where participants face off in sport chanbara. The official website describes it as a contest where competitors take on the role of Sengoku-era warlords. The prizes are 30 kg of rice for the adult winner and an assortment of sweets for the child winner. An awards ceremony is also scheduled for 16:50, so head to the stage around then if you want to follow the competition.
The Sengoku Market offers another taste of the festival. Around 15 stalls and food offerings will gather, including vendors selling Bitchu Takamatsu specialities. The listings include ice cream topped with Kibi dango, classic festival-stall fare and sweets made with autumn ingredients. With options ranging from sweet treats to festival food, you can plan a meal or break while browsing the stalls.
“Natsukashi Asobi” (nostalgic games) is another activity on the programme. The official announcement describes them as simple but exciting games. Alongside stage performances and food from the market, they offer another way to enjoy the festival beyond the competitions.
A grand prize draw, with prizes to be won, is also scheduled for 17:40. Admission is free, but food and merchandise cost extra. Plan your meals and shopping according to what you would like to enjoy at the venue.
From performances and activities to fireworks
The stage programme opens at 12:30. Shonai Elementary School Brass Band performs at 12:33, followed by Kids Air at 13:05 and Happys at 13:45. “Mahoroba Quiz” is scheduled for 14:15 and 16:00, while Takamatsu Verde Junior Wind performs at 14:35. You can plan when to arrive around the performers or activities you want to see.
The afternoon programme continues with the “Yokozuna Championship” at 15:05 and “Junior TKM” at 15:30, followed by the Okayama Omotenashi Busho-tai at 16:25. The schedule then moves on to the Swordmaster King awards ceremony at 16:50 and Hitomi Takeiri Sax Duo at 17:10. With the stage times listed, you can plan your visit around the performances that interest you.
The programme lists an ending at 17:58, DJ time at 18:00 and fireworks from 18:30. The official event hours are stated as ending at 18:00, although the schedule also lists the DJ time and fireworks afterwards. If you plan to stay for the afternoon activities and evening fireworks, include your return journey in your plans.
It is about a 10-minute walk from JR Bitchu-Takamatsu Station to the venue. Cars cannot enter the area around the venue. A free shuttle bus will run from the temporary parking area at Saijo Inari Jumbo Parking. Buses start at 12:00 and generally run about every 30 minutes, with services adjusted according to crowd levels and passenger numbers. Crowding is expected on shuttle buses back to the car park after the fireworks, so allow extra time for your return journey. If it rains, the event will be postponed to 25 October, so check for weather-related changes when planning your visit.
EVENT INFORMATION
日程及參加指引
正式名稱【2026年】まほろば祭り(備中高松城址)
| Dates | 2026-10-24 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Bitchu Takamatsu Castle Ruins Park |
| Admission and participation | Free admission (expenses extra) |
| Address | |
| Event hours | 12:30–18:00 (venue opens at 12:00). Fireworks are scheduled for 18:30. |
費用及參加條件
Admission
- Admission fee
- Free
- The listing says “expenses extra”. Individual prices for food and merchandise are not available.
刊載內容為舉辦當時的資訊。下一屆的舉辦安排請以官方網站為準。
OFFICIAL WEBSITE & TICKETS
官方網站及門票
活動官方網站mahorobamatsuri.comACCESS
前往會場的交通路線
參觀流程
Things to decide before you visit
- 01
Check the date
The event is scheduled for 24 October 2026. In case of rain, it will be postponed to 25 October.
- 02
Choose when to visit
The venue opens at 12:00, and stage events begin at 12:30. Fireworks are scheduled for 18:30.
- 03
Plan your transport
It is about a 10-minute walk from JR Bitchu-Takamatsu Station. If driving, use the designated temporary car park and free shuttle bus.
- 04
Allow extra time for your return
Crowding is expected on shuttle buses to the car park after the fireworks. Services will be adjusted according to conditions.
詳細交通指南
About a 10-minute walk from JR Bitchu-Takamatsu Station. Cars cannot enter the area around the venue. If driving, use the temporary car park and free shuttle bus listed in the official information.
Bitchu Takamatsu Castle Ruins Park
此為以會場名稱搜尋 Google Maps 的結果。地址、館內具體活動場地及當日入口位置，請同時參閱官方公告。
BEFORE YOU GO
出發前須知
Is there an admission fee, and do food and merchandise cost extra?
Admission is free. Food and merchandise cost extra.
What happens if it rains?
The event is scheduled to be postponed to 25 October if it rains on 24 October 2026.
Can I drive close to the venue?
Cars cannot enter the area around the venue. The guidance is to park at the temporary car park, Saijo Inari Jumbo Parking, and take the free shuttle bus to the venue.